Boston Dynamics Partners with Vinsa to Build Models for Visual AI Workflows

WALTHAM, Mass., May 11, 2020 — Boston Dynamics has announced a partnership with computer vision company Vinsa. The collaboration aims to bring new visual AI use cases to Spot, Boston Dynamics’ quadruped robotic platform, as well as other robotics using visual AI. Currently in development for Spot and Vinsa is sensing, computing, manipulation, and power.

Vinsa, launched in January 2020, builds visual intelligence systems designed to improve safety and security while uncovering new efficiencies and quality control. The technology is designed to keep models accurate over time.

Spot’s early adopter program launched in September 2019. The robot has proven useful in numerous applications, including construction, oil and gas, public safety, and entertainment.

Published: May 2020

Glossary

machine vision: Machine vision, also known as computer vision or computer sight, refers to the technology that enables machines, typically computers, to interpret and understand visual information from the world, much like the human visual system. It involves the development and application of algorithms and systems that allow machines to acquire, process, analyze, and make decisions based on visual data. Key aspects of machine vision include: Image acquisition: Machine vision systems use various...
artificial intelligence: The ability of a machine to perform certain complex functions normally associated with human intelligence, such as judgment, pattern recognition, understanding, learning, planning, and problem solving.